Are You Overtraining?

The ATP Project Podcast Episode 479

By ATP Science

Are You Overtraining?

Think more training means more gains? Think again! In this episode of The ATP Project, Nic and Steve tackle the sneaky side effects of overtraining and low energy availability (LEA). We’re talking hormonal havoc, immune meltdowns, and mental health mayhem—all the things you don’t want as a bonus prize for smashing the gym. Learn how to spot the red flags, dodge the pitfalls, and keep your body and mind in tip-top shape. Recovery isn’t slacking—it’s science!

As always, this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please discuss any information in this podcast with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

  • 00:00:00 - Introduction: Today's topic – when exercise becomes harmful.
  • 00:03:46 - Overtraining Syndrome - The Symptoms
  • 00:07:30 - Symptoms to Watch Out For 
  • 00:13:45 - Personal Stories: Nic shares her journey with overtraining
    00:29:54 - LEA - Low Energy Availability
  • 00:30:25 - LEA Explained: How low energy availability impacts overall health.
  • 00:41:00 - Overtraining Syndrome – What can you do?
  • 00:43:37 - Ask a Naturopath

Clinical References

  1. Ioannidis K, Hook RW, Grant JE, Czabanowska K, Roman-Urrestarazu A, Chamberlain SR. Eating disorders with over-exercise: A cross-sectional analysis of the mediational role of problematic usage of the internet in young people. J Psychiatr Res. 2021 Jan;132:215-222. doi: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2020.11.004. Epub 2020 Nov 4. PMID: 33189357; PMCID: PMC7614800.
  2. Fahrenholtz IL, Melin AK, Wasserfurth P, Stenling A, Logue D, Garthe I, Koehler K, Gräfnings M, Lichtenstein MB, Madigan S, Torstveit MK. Risk of Low Energy Availability, Disordered Eating, Exercise Addiction, and Food Intolerances in Female Endurance Athletes. Front Sports Act Living. 2022 May 3;4:869594. doi: 10.3389/fspor.2022.869594. PMID: 35592590; PMCID: PMC9110838.
  3. Armstrong LE, Bergeron MF, Lee EC, Mershon JE, Armstrong EM. Overtraining Syndrome as a Complex Systems Phenomenon. Front Netw Physiol. 2022 Jan 18;1:794392. doi: 10.3389/fnetp.2021.794392. PMID: 36925581; PMCID: PMC10013019.

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